San Jose
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Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Laura Silvester

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 669-3626
Let's Connect (408) 669-3626
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Life brings moments of transition, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm—times when stability feels out of reach. Therapy can offer a grounding space to reflect, heal, and find clarity. As a licensed therapist, I’m committed to providing a warm, nurturing, and motivating environment where insight and growth can thrive.
My therapeutic style is compassionate, supportive, and goal-oriented. Using a blend of evidence-based approaches, each session is personalized to your unique needs. Together, we’ll develop practical tools to support emotional regulation, relationship health, and stress management in daily life.
My therapeutic style is compassionate, supportive, and goal-oriented. Using a blend of evidence-based approaches, each session is personalized to your needs. I hold advanced training with leading experts, including certification in the Gottman Method for couples therapy, and ongoing learning in trauma treatment, and, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Call or Laura Silvester now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 669-3626

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Jose, CA 95129

(408) 669-3626
I offer therapy session predominantly online, but I do have in-person time slots available. I'm available during the weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (408) 669-3626
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Jose, CA 95129

(408) 669-3626
I offer therapy session predominantly online, but I do have in-person time slots available. I'm available during the weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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In terms of payment I accept private pay clients where I can provide a superbill and I am also contracted with the EAP Lyra.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626
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In terms of payment I accept private pay clients where I can provide a superbill and I am also contracted with the EAP Lyra.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 114052 Laura Silvester

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended John F. Kennedy University, Graduated 2016

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Washington State Department of Health LF61644666 / 2025
  • License: Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (OBLPCT) T2956 / 2025
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA, OR, and WA who is also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I work with individuals and couples with great enthusiasm.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626
"
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA, OR, and WA who is also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I work with individuals and couples with great enthusiasm.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • BDSM/Kink
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (408) 669-3626
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (408) 669-3626

3 Endorsements

Morgan Pemberton
Morgan Pemberton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
A compassionate, affirming therapist who specializes in supporting clients exploring issues related to gender, sexual orientation, & the intersections of identity. Laura uses an integrative approach to help clients navigate shame, dysphoria, & transitions.
Traci A. Smith
Traci A. Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Laura is the most inclusive, trained and effective therapist I know. The way she's able to build relationship and lead individuals, couples and families toward healing with ease is truly impressive. I trust her implicitly, and often refer clients to her.
Brittany Bayles Klinger
Brittany Bayles Klinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

I also speak

Hebrew

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

I also speak

Hebrew

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Trauma Focused
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I work with a variety of modalities and custom respond to each client I work with. I am certified in DBT and use a lot of CBT, Gottman methodology, and being a solution focused therapist.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626
"
I work with a variety of modalities and custom respond to each client I work with. I am certified in DBT and use a lot of CBT, Gottman methodology, and being a solution focused therapist.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 669-3626

Location

Primary Location

San Jose, CA 95129

(408) 669-3626

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I offer therapy session predominantly online, but I do have in-person time slots available. I'm available during the weekdays.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (408) 669-3626
"
I offer therapy session predominantly online, but I do have in-person time slots available. I'm available during the weekdays.
Photo of Laura Silvester, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Laura Silvester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (408) 669-3626